Appalachian Mountain Club Delaware Valley Chapter

Welcome to the Appalachian Mountain Club Delaware Valley Chapter (AMC-DV)! We are one of the largest and most active outdoor clubs in the Philadelphia region, with 4,500 local members and nearly 1,000 outdoor-related activities each year. We offer a wide range of events and trips in and around greater Philadelphia, the Lehigh Valley, New Jersey, Delaware, and beyond, including hiking, paddling, backpacking, biking, trail maintenance, conservation, outdoor education, and more. Most activities are free and are led by trained and experienced leaders! Browse the tabs below to learn more.

Photo of a group of people on a hiking trip from the Delaware Valley Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club.

Activities

Visit our calendar to view all types of activities offered all seasons including; hiking, bicycling, backpacking, paddling, trail work, conservation and more.

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Conservation

Read more about our conservation efforts. Learn more about what recent efforts we’ve taken to protect our environment.

Leadership

Are you interested in becoming a leader? We offer outdoor leadership training at a low cost. We will even reimburse your wilderness first aid if you successfully complete the qualifications.